Once a popular resort destination for Rome’s upper class, a tour through present day Pompeii is an eerie yet fascinating journey through the last days of life in the city and for the 2,000 citizens who perished under the wrath unleashed by Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The perfectly preserved city is a time capsule […]
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Haifa, Beyond Ordinary: Jerusalem, Masada Deadsea, and Petra Overland History and culture. On Windstar’s 10-day Greece, Israel and Egypt: Footsteps of Faith in the Hold Lands voyage, you’ll encounter both. Ancient cities, sites of historical and religious significance and natural wonders. The Middle East is the birthplace of Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. Leave the yacht
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As you know, we recently announced our new health and safety program called Beyond Ordinary Care, a multi-layered program to create a safer environment aboard our ships. Read more about the steps we are taking on our Health & Safety page. Every ship will have HEPA filters with UV-C light installed in its HVAC system before
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The first view of Santorini you will have, arriving by water across the crater of a long-ago drowned volcano, is a heart-stoppingly spectacular one. Sheer cliffs painted by nature in an array of colors and dizzying in scale soar dramatically upwards, topped by a jumble of white-washed buildings that appear to be clinging to the
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Maintaining personal hygiene can seem challenging when you’re dog sledding in Alaska or hiking in Guatemala. And it can be just as tricky when you’re spending the day museum hopping or shopping for souvenirs. Regardless of your destination or travel plans, you may not have easy access to soap and water or a place to change
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On June 3rd Star Breeze floated out and transferred to wet dock for the completion of her stretch project adding 50 suites, two new restaurants, a larger pool and deck, World Spa by Windstar and other expanded public areas. Further work is required on the upper decks plus outfitting for suites and public areas. With
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Though the onboard kitchen of Windstar’s Star Pride is notable for its international cuisine, circumnavigating Iceland allows for access to remote restaurants with local specialties hard to find anywhere else. Where else might you try minke whale? Or puffin heart? Here is a guide to the best local restaurants in each of the ports on
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Do you know where you’re going next summer? Why not explore the historical, geographically astounding, and culturally rich regions of Northern Europe, Scandinavia, and the Baltic with us? We’re tempting you by highlighting three Northern Europe itineraries that explore some of the most beautiful and compelling destinations this part of the world has to offer,
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What could be more relaxing than sinking into a cozy deck chair with a frosty, fruity cocktail in hand? A lot of travelers would agree — one of the best parts of taking a cruise is being able to fully relax while an attentive wait staff serves you extraordinary drinks and dishes. At Windstar Cruises,
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Can you think of anything more enchanting than a lush rainforest immersed in clouds? Or does a forest teeming with tropical flora and lively fauna captivate you more? As you’ll see, the Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve genuinely offers something for everyone. The Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve piques the interest of many travelers, drawing
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On March 12, Windstar Cruises ceased embarking guests as the COVID-19 pandemic spread worldwide. By March 15, all guests had disembarked Windstar’s ships and crew stayed on board as the company worked to find places to dock or anchor our ships. As the pandemic evolved over the next few weeks and months, it became clear
Do you need inspiration for your next globe-trotting adventure? Or do you need photos to satisfy your wanderlust as you wait to head abroad? In either case, you may want to follow a travel influencer. Travel influencers share photos, stories, advice, tips, product recommendations and all things travel-related with their fans. You’ll find them connecting
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While the crew is safely quarantined on board Wind Spirit, Angelo Labastida came up with a new cocktail for a bartender’s challenge called Pinky’s Delight that you can also make at home. Ingredients & procedure 1 oz Vodka .5 oz Malibu Rum .5 oz Peach Schnapps 2 oz Cranberry juice 2 oz Sour Mix Splash
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Cruise ships travel far distances carrying anywhere from 100 to 6,000 passengers, depending on a vessel’s size. Some ships cross the Atlantic and the Pacific Oceans, which are both thousands of miles wide. Considering there are no cruise ship “gas stations” along the way, how do these vessels transport their guests to such exotic places
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When you look up at the tens of thousands of feet of sails flying from the tall masts of Windstar Cruises’ sailing yachts, think of the 2nd officer in charge, the Officer of Sails. On Wind Star, Wind Spirit and Wind Surf, the glorious sails unfurl at the push of buttons on million-dollar computers –
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The island of Cozumel sits off the coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in the Caribbean Sea. It’s one of Mexico’s finest tropical jewels that invites travelers to lounge in a beach chair and drift into tranquility. Millions of travelers flock to Cozumel year-round for its perfect swimming weather, neon-blue waters and some of the best snorkeling opportunities
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